as in nubby
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
the walls were painted with a nubbly paint that was supposed to give them an interesting texture
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Recent Examples of nubbly
Lifting the lid revealed a small tart topped with a tongue of Spanish sea urchin, resting on a nubbly bed of cancha nuts.
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubbly
Adjective
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This short manicure combines the matte, nubby texture of cable knit accent nails with scarlet French tips.—
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The sandstone bouclé brings a soft, nubby texture that adds warmth without feeling heavy, and the low profile keeps the whole piece looking clean.—
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Mix just until everything is moistened—the batter will look lumpy and that’s a good thing.—
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Driving with low pressure risks deflation that begins in the center of the tires, wearing them down while also causing the vehicle to waste energy attempting to propel the vehicle forward on lumpy wheels.—
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They’re made of a buttery soft, thick material that will keep you warm and cozy at home all winter.—
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Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.—
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Like other rugged beasts, this one is a chunky monkey – but as someone who now uses a rugged handset regularly, this con doesn't outweigh the numerous pros.—
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The 32-inch inseam is perfect to wear with a chunky heel, ankle bootie, or even a platform sandal in the summer.—
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The team found that molecules such as silicon monoxide, water vapor, and aluminum monoxide appear exactly where clumpy dust clouds were seen in the VLT data.—
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This gift is a great upgrade from the usual tub of clumpy protein.—
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“Nubbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubbly. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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